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Cap (Baby's cap)
1800-1850
Description
A baby's cap made of plain-woven linen. A linen ruffle attached to the brim and bottom. Self fabric ties (1 1/2 inch wide and hemmed) secure the cap under the chin.
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Materials
- Linen
Museum Object Number
1969.4674
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1969.4674
Object Name
Cap (Baby's cap)
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Date
1800-1850
Materials
- Linen
Dimensions (inches)
6 (H) x 6 (W)
Dimensions (centimeters)
15 (H) x 15 (W)
Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes
Book: Wass, Ann Buermann & Fandrich, Michelle Webb. 2010 Clothing Through American History: The Federal Era through Antebellum, 1786-1860.
• similar discussed pg 189